Ultimate Peach Cobbler

The technique and batter are adaptable to any fruit you may like to use. Peaches and raspberries, berries of any kind, apples -- you name it and this cobbler makes it wonderful. I received it third hand from someone who said it appeared in Southern Living at some point.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 1  cup flour
• 2  cups sugar, divided
• 1  tablespoon baking powder
• 1  pinch salt
• 1  cup milk
• 4 -5  cups  fruit (your choice..even canned will work)
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
•  cinnamon or  nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375. Melt butter in 13" x 9" baking dish in oven while it's heating.
2. Combine flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, & salt; add milk, stirring just until moistened. Pour batter over melted butter in pan. DO NOT STIR.
3. Bring remaining 1 cup sugar, peach slices, and lemon juice to boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Gently fold in raspberries, then pour over batter. DO NOT STIR.
4. Sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg, if used. Bake 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
5. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream.